When Mars goes retrograde, the conflicts and obstacles that were once apparent, tangible blockades become internal, invisible and inspiring of doubts that they even exist of all. But just because a barrier is constructed in the mind doesn’t make it any less effective at its purpose. Just remember, what’s constructed can also be deconstructed.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You know the frustration of feeling unheard, but at least it motivated you to tell better stories, refine your delivery and control the volume. Your influence will be undeniable. Others will tune in, and you’ll relish being listened to.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Don’t worry about who understands you or doesn’t. Their lack of imagination gives you an advantage. You’ll play in the wonderland of your imagination, and you’ll quietly develop the ideas that will eventually add to your influence.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You are driven by an ideal. You aspire to serve many, improve lives and contribute to the well-being of all. The aim requires you to stay open to understanding that the needs of others can differ greatly and veer surprisingly from your original assumption.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). As far as friendship, love and work go, you’re looking for a good fit. Knowing that you’re likely to end up a little like the people you’re around, you want to be around those who inspire you to grow in the direction of your dreams.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). In an environment that has no rules, everyone will act according to their understanding and feelings in the moment. It speaks to the importance of being around those of pure and gentle intent — the type who don’t need to be told to be kind.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Don’t depend on faith alone. Sure, it can keep you going when you’re not being rewarded by the action itself or any tangible reward. But you need more. What else can you learn or do? Who else can you reach out to?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You want to be the reason someone smiles. It’s made easier for you because you notice what people like and you actively look for opportunities to give it to them. Also, you know not to force things. With presence, you all get there.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Love leans in with you toward your better angels. The one who loves you will push you toward your dreams. The one with a selfish agenda will not because they only want you to be powerful in so much as it suits their purposes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). What if your number one task was to make yourself happy? What would you be doing differently? To consider it is to make yourself aware of the many ways you compromise and give yourself credit or remedy, as needed.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). People sense need and greed and distrust the actions of the wanting. Because you want nothing from others, and you act only out of the intention to see them content, you’ll end up as the recipient of much generosity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Activities are only as productive as they are healthy, because the cost of anything that wears away at your vitality is paid for in a currency with unparallelled value. Protect your well-being, and the rest will fall into place.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). In reflective moments, you’ll be tempted to judge yourself for certain unwanted patterns. Considering everything you’re carrying and craving, it’s understandable why they’d be hard to break. New tactics will come to mind.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 6). You’ll string together the life you want to proudly wear in this year when ideas flow like a thread through beads, and the treasures will keep adding up. You’ll have a sweet partner in the adventure. More highlights: A move has upgraded your style, property and possessions, A new environment brings buzzy excitement, fresh friends, rewarding challenges and more. Libra and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 8, 21, 24 and 19.

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